Do You Drive with Dirty Oil in Your Car?

Probably Not ! During the life of your car we all have our oil changed regularly because we know a vehicle running on dirty oil does not run as well, gets less gas mileage and will break down more often with costly repairs. The same thought process follows with power steering, transmission and brake flushes. You wouldn’t drive your car with dirty oil so why would you drive your car with dirty power steering, transmission and brake fluid ? Dirty fluid is dirty fluid. Below is some helpful information on the benefits having your fluids flushed.

Power Steering Flush

• Power steering fluid flush should be done every 30,000 miles.
• Insures proper lubrication of your power steering unit and its parts
• Over time the fluid becomes burnt, discolored, oxidized and tiny metal flakes from wear runs throughout the system causing damage
• Dirty fluid is thicker than clean fluid causing the components to work harder causing premature failure of the power steering system. (hoses, seals, pump, steering rack)
• Flushing will allow for a longer life for the power steering components helping save your car from an expensive repair

Transmission Flush

• Transmission fluid flush should be performed every 30,000 miles.
• Keeping your transmission lubricated will help it to operate with more efficiency.
• Over time as the fluid deteriorates it becomes darker in color and will acquire a burnt odor. Another indication the fluid needs to be flushed is when you see dirt and debris in the fluid.
• A transmission flush requires 8 quarts, however we use an additional 8 quarts to make sure the dirt and debris are flushed out as much as possible.
• A transmission flush will help your transmission run smoother and add life to your transmission.  

Brake Flush

• Brake fluid flush should be done every 30,000 miles or 24 months
• A brake fluid flush ensures proper brake system performance and increases the lifespan of your brake system components.
• Keeping clean fresh fluid in your system will keep your brakes working better and slow the corrosion caused by moisture
• Brake fluid starts to absorb moisture from the moment it is put in the system.
• Regularly flushes to your brake system will help keep you from costly brake repairs caused by corrosion.

Basicly all fluids break down over time and need to be replaced. Replacing these fluids need to be part of your scheduled maintenance over the lifespan of your vehicle. This can add years of life to your car as it ages.

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